What is the Digital Production Studio?
The Digital Production Studio (DPS) is a two workstation computer lab outfitted with multimedia equipment and software plus an in-house studio complete with green screen and lighting kit. The DPS is open for all students, faculty and staff to use. Funding for the DPS was made possible through a Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) grant and the DCCC Foundation.
Where is the DPS located?
The DPS is located in Room 110A on the first floor of the Grady E. Love Learning Resources Center on the Davidson Campus.
When can I use the DPS?
Individuals or classes can reserve specific times to use the studio at the reference desk. Otherwise, the DPS is available on a first-come, first-served basis during normal library operating hours.
What equipment is available?
Some DPS equipment may be checked out for 3 days with no renewals. Equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Equipment available for check out: (must be enrolled in at least one curriculum course)
2 Canon GL2 Video Camcorders
2 Canon PowerShot A480 Digital Cameras
1 Flip Mino Video Camera
2 Azden WHX-PRO Wireless Lavalier Microphones
2 Azden WHX-PRO Handheld Wireless Microphones
2 Logitech Headsets with Microphones
1 Blue Screen
90 Flip Ultra HD Video Cameras
7 Canon FS200 Camcorders
10 Olympus Digital Voice Recorders
4 Canon Vixia HD Camcorders
7 Tripods
2 Tabletop Studios
3 Yeti Microphones
Equipment available for in-house use:
Two HP Scanjet G4050 Flatbed Scanners
Two 320 GB External Hard Drives
One Lowel DV Creator Lighting Kit (may be taken to other campus locations)
One Green and one Blue Screen (ready to use in studio)
What software is available?
Both DPS workstations come equipped with Adobe Creative Suite 4 Master Collection which includes the programs listed below.
 InDesign
Photoshop Extended
Illustrator
Acrobat 9 Pro
Flash Professional
Dreamweaver
Fireworks
Contribute
After Effects
Adobe Premier Pro
Soundbooth
Adobe OnLocation
Encore
Adobe Bridge
Adobe Device Central Dynamic Link
Version Cue
What help is available?
For general help and questions, please see the reference desk (336.224.4727). Orientations, software instruction and video training are available for individuals and for classes. Please contact Reference Librarian Amy Baker at 336.249.8186, ext. 6209 for an appointment.
Tutorials
Before You Begin Your Video-Storyboard!
Make a Movie Quickly using Adobe Premiere Pro
Tech Petting Zoo
What about DPS policies?
DPS users are expected to comply with all regulations set forth by Davidson County Community College’s Guidelines for the Use of Computer Resources and the conditions outlined in the Library Technology Agreement. Use of the DPS implies your consent to abide by Fair Use and Copyright Laws.
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